Read important prescription Information about the drug Rivol (800 mg). Understand its indications, it dose, how it should be taken, when it should be taken, when it should not be taken, its side effects, what special precautions are required, its storage instructions and warnings if any - like if it can be taken during pregnancy.

General Information on Rivol (800 mg)

Why is Rivol (800 mg) prescribed?

This medication is an antiviral agent, prescribed for herpes simplex, genital herpes, herpes zoster and chickenpox. It slows down the growth and spread of the herpes virus. Acyclovir is also sometimes used to treat eczema herpeticum, herpes infections of the skin, eyes, nose, and mouth in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and to treat oral hairy leukoplakia a condition that causes hairy white or gray-colored patches on the tongue or inside of the cheek.

Condition(s) for which Rivol (800 mg) may be prescribed

When is Rivol (800 mg) not to be taken? (Contraindications)

Pregnancy Category

A

B

C

D

X

Category B : Animal studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and appropriate studies on pregnant women are lacking.

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications): Acute Treatment of Herpes Zoster: 800 mg every 4 hours orally, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days.
Genital Herpes: Treatment of Initial Genital Herpes: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 10 days.
Chronic Suppressive Therapy for Recurrent Disease: 400 mg 2 times daily for up to 12 months, followed by re-evaluation.
Treatment of Chickenpox: Children (2 years of age and older): 20 mg/kg per dose orally 4 times daily (80 mg/kg/day) for 5 days.
Adults and Children over 40 kg: 800 mg 4 times daily for 5 days.

How should Rivol (800 mg) be taken?

It comes as a tablet, suspension to take by mouth, with or without food. It comes as cream, ointment to apply over the affected area. It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

Warnings and Precautions for Rivol (800 mg)

• It may cause sunburn easily, avoid exposure to sunlight or wear proper clothes. •
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breast-feeding. •
It may lead to dehydration, drink adequate water or liquid. •
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. •
After applying this medication wash your hands thoroughly to prevent passage of infection to others. •
Avoid sexual intercourse or use condom to prevent the spread of virus.

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